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Introduction
Hey readers,
Are you tired of juggling multiple windows on your MacBook? Do you wish you could see two or more apps side-by-side, like a pro multitasker? Well, you’re in luck! Split screen is a nifty feature that allows you to divide your MacBook screen into sections, giving you more space to work with and increasing your efficiency. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the different ways to enable and customize split screen on your MacBook, so you can master the art of multitasking and get more done.
Adjusting Screen Size and Positioning
Using the Mission Control Shortcut
- Press the Control + Up Arrow keys simultaneously to enter Mission Control.
- You’ll see an overview of all your open windows.
- Drag one window to the left or right edge of the screen to snap it into place.
- Drag another window to the opposite edge to create a split screen.
Using the Split View Option
- Open the two apps you want to use in split screen.
- Hover your cursor over the green button in the top-left corner of one of the app windows.
- Select Tile Window to Left of Screen or Tile Window to Right of Screen.
- The window will snap into place, and you can adjust its size by dragging the vertical divider.
Using the Dock
- Open the two apps you want to use in split screen.
- Hover your cursor over the Dock icon of one of the apps.
- Hold down the Command key and drag the app icon to the top of the screen.
- Release the mouse when the window appears in Split View mode.
Moving and Resizing Windows in Split Screen
Adjusting Window Size
- Hover your cursor over the vertical divider between the windows.
- Click and drag the divider to the left or right to adjust the size of each window.
- You can also use the arrow keys to move the divider in small increments.
Moving Windows
- Click and hold the title bar of the window you want to move.
- Drag the window to a new position on the screen.
- You can also use the Command + Left Arrow and Command + Right Arrow keys to move the window.
Keyboard Shortcuts for Split Screen
To make multitasking even easier, Apple has provided a range of keyboard shortcuts for split screen:
Mission Control
- Control + Mission Control: Open Mission Control.
- Control + Up Arrow: Enter Split View with the current window.
Split View
- Command + Option + Left Arrow: Move the active window to the left half of the screen.
- Command + Option + Right Arrow: Move the active window to the right half of the screen.
- Command + Option + Up Arrow: Maximize the active window.
- Command + Option + Down Arrow: Minimize the active window.
Troubleshooting Split Screen
Windows Not Snapping
- Make sure you’re using a supported version of macOS.
- Check if the windows are maximized. If they are, restore them to their normal size.
- Reset the Dock by holding down the Shift key and clicking on the Dock icon.
Windows Overlapping
- Click and hold the vertical divider between the windows.
- Drag the divider to the far left or right to maximize one of the windows.
Conclusion
There you have it, readers! Now you’re equipped with all the knowledge and tools you need to master split screen on your MacBook. With these techniques, you can easily multitask, increase your productivity, and get more done.
If you found this article helpful, be sure to check out our other guides on improving your Mac experience:
- How to Customize Your MacBook Dock
- How to Extend Your MacBook’s Battery Life
- How to Speed Up Your MacBook
FAQ about MacBook How to Split Screen
1. How do I split the screen on my MacBook?
- Place the cursor on the green button at the upper left side of the window.
- Hold down the green button and drag the line to the left or right to divide the screen.
2. How do I change the size of the split screens?
- Move the cursor to the line between the panels.
- Click and drag the line to change the size of the panels.
3. How do I add more than two windows to a split screen?
- You can only split the screen into two sections at a time with Mission Control.
- You can, however, create multiple desktops and have different split screen configurations on each desktop.
4. Can I split the screen vertically?
- No, you can only split the screen horizontally.
5. How do I exit split screen mode?
- Click the green "Full Screen" button on the title bar of either window.
6. How do I split the screen using Mission Control?
- Click the Mission Control button (F3) in the Menu Bar.
- Click and drag one window on top of another window.
7. How do I split the screen using keyboard shortcuts?
- Press Control + Command + F to enter full screen mode with one window.
- Press Control + Command + Left Arrow/Right Arrow while hovering over the green button to split the screen.
8. Why is the split screen greyed out?
- You may not have more than two windows open.
- The window may not be compatible with split screen mode.
9. Can I split the screen on a MacBook Air?
- Yes, you can split the screen on all MacBooks that support Mission Control.
10. Can I use split screen with external monitors?
- Yes, you can extend your display to external monitors and use split screen across all of them.
